COLUMBUS, Ohio – The University of Iowa baseball team defeated Ohio State, 3-2, on Saturday afternoon at Nick Swisher Field at Bill Davis Stadium.

A quality start from Marcus Morgan lifted the Hawkeyes to victory in a low scoring pitcher’s duel. The Iowa City, Iowa, native threw six innings allowing just one run on three hits while striking out six.

“Our guys battled hard today,” said head coach Rick Heller. “Proud of the bounce back. Marcus Morgan gave us a great start. It was exactly what we needed.”

Iowa put two runs on the board in the third. After loading the bases Raider Tello reached on catcher’s interference, and Davis Cop hit a sacrifice fly. Ohio State responded with a solo home run in the bottom half.

Iowa added a run the seventh on an RBI fielder’s choice by Andy Nelson, and Ohio State again responded with a solo home run in the bottom half.

Iowa turned to Ben DeTaeye with one out and a runner on second in the eighth, a pair of flyouts ended the threat.

A walk, an error and a sacrifice bunt put the winning run on second base with just one out in the bottom of the ninth. DeTaeye worked through it getting a lineout and a popout to earn the save.

DeTaeye finished the game throwing 1 2/3 innings and did not allow a hit en route to his second save of the season. Anthony Watts threw 1 1/3 innings of relief for Iowa allowing just one run on two hits with two strikeouts.

“The ninth didn’t go the way you draw it up, but we got it done,” said Heller. “We had some luck go our way today when Linsey lined out to second. We will take it, for sure. Our guys battled hard.”

Gable Mitchell had a big game for the Hawkeyes going 3-for-4 at the plate with two runs scored. Tello and Cop were joined by Andy Nelson as Hawkeyes with an RBI in the contest.

“It was just enough by our offense,” said Heller. “Gabe Mitchell had a great day and we executed better than we have been lately.”

The Hawkeyes were 3-of-3 with runners on third with less than two outs and hit .400 (8-20) in advancement opportunities.

Iowa and Ohio state will close out the three-game series with the rubber match tomorrow beginning at 11 a.m. (CT).

AMES, Iowa – Iowa State (16-21, 5-9 Big 12) secured its highest-ranked series win in program history on Saturday afternoon, walking off the fifth-ranked Oklahoma State Cowgirls (34-8, 12-5 Big 12) at the Cyclone Sports Complex and handing OSU its first series loss of the year, 5-2.

Camille Marin’s first home run of the season couldn’t have come at a better time, as the senior torched a three-run shot over the left field fence to walk off the Cowgirls in the bottom of the seventh inning.

The Cyclones earned their first ranked series win since taking two-of-three against Baylor last season – a series in which Marin also had a three-run, go-ahead home run in a victory.

Milaysia Ochoa was the story of the game prior to the seventh, as the senior belted a leadoff homer over the center field wall to start the game as part of her two-hit day. Ochoa also had an outstanding grab in center during the game. Angelina Allen, Carli Spelhaug and Marin each had a hit today, as they were the only four Cyclones to notch hits. Allen earned a hit for the 11th consecutive game, setting a new personal best.

Karlie Charles and Jaiden Ralston (3-5) had solid days in the circle for the Cyclones, as ISU has now allowed just seven hits and two runs through two games against a top-five team. Charles got the start, going for three innings and not allowing a hit before Ralston entered in the fourth. Ralston gave up two hits and two runs in the fifth, but locked it down the rest of the way, earning her third win of the season.

OSU’s Jilyen Poullard had a great game, making a handful of impressive stops at third base and notching a two-RBI double in the fifth to put the Cowgirls on the board. Oklahoma State pitcher Ivy Rosenberry (10-3) pitched 6.1 innings, allowing five runs on five hits while surrendering three free passes (one walk and two HBP).

How it Happened

Like Friday, it was a low-scoring pitcher’s duel to start the contest. OSU started the game going three up, three down before the Cyclones came to the plate.

In the bottom of the first, Ochoa led the game off with a three-pitch homer that she belted over the center field wall to put Iowa State on top. Rosenberry was able to strike out a pair of Cyclones to get out of the inning.

The teams would combine for just two hits over the next three innings, as neither side was able to get much going at the plate, thanks to the pitching dominance.

That changed in the fifth, when Oklahoma State finally broke through and was able to take a 2-1 lead. A pair of walks were driven in by Poullard who doubled into right center to give the Cowgirls their first advantage of the series.

Though they were held scoreless in the fifth, Iowa State responded in the sixth, tying the game up. Ochoa led the frame off with a double and Allen singled to put runners on the corners. Alesia Ranches then grounded into a double-play but Ochoa was able to score to tie the game at two apiece.

Ralston worked around a walk in the top of the seventh, getting the Cowgirls to ground out, pop out and fly out to give the Cyclone bats one last chance before extras.

Spelhaug started the bottom of the seventh getting hit by a pitch on the first ball of the inning to give the Cyclones the winning run on base. After fouling off the first pitch she saw, Ashley Minor was also hit by a pitch to put a pair on for the Cyclones, moving Spelhaug into scoring position. Runner position didn’t matter though, as Marin stepped into the box and crushed a 1-1 pitch into left, walking off the Cowgirls and giving ISU the series win

On Deck

Iowa State will look for a series sweep tomorrow afternoon, as it returns to the Cyclone Sports Complex for game number three against the fifth-ranked Cowgirls. ISU and OSU are set to play on Sunday at noon and the game will be broadcast live on Big 12 Now on ESPN+.

As a reminder, admission to the Cyclone Sports Complex is free.

IOWA CITY, IOWA – Former Iowa forward Patrick McCaffery will use his sixth and final year of eligibility elsewhere, announcing on social media he will be transferring to Butler University.

The son of Iowa men’s basketball head coach Fran McCaffery played in 123 games through five seasons with the Hawkeyes, averaging 8.5 points and 3.1 rebounds. Butler finished 16-18 last season, going 9-11 in the Big East to finish 8th in the conference.

Patrick’s brother, Connor McCaffery, is on staff with the Indiana Pacers.

KANSAS CITY, Kan. – The University of Iowa rowing team finished its weekend competing in the Big Ten/Big 12 Double dual on Saturday at Wyandotte County Lake.

The Hawkeyes competed in the 1V8, 2V8, 3V8, 4V8, 1V4, 2V4 and 3V4 with a field consisting of Kansas, Minnesota and Oklahoma.

Iowa’s top placements of the day came from six of the Hawkeyes’ seven boats all placing first to end the weekend.

The Hawkeyes will return to action April 19 for the Big Ten Invitational in Sarasota, Fla.

 Quoting Head Coach Jeff Garbutt

“Today’s racing capped off a great weekend of progress. Whenever we get to race twice, I look to see how the squad handles the racing and makes corrections between the two days. This weekend was a success in that category. All boats were able to show the needed changes.

“The weather and wind were challenging, but all the boats responded well and handled the wind.

“Winning 12 out of 14 races is a testament to the depth that is developing here in Iowa City. It’s time to enjoy the ride home, the beautiful Sunday that lies ahead and get ready to roll up our sleeves and get ready for the Big Ten Invite next weekend. To say I am proud of this group is an understatement. I am lucky to work with this staff and group of athletes.”

Varsity Eight

1 Iowa (6:59.07)

2 Kansas (7:05.93)

Iowa: Natalie Maher (cox), Orla Cuffe, Emma Dabinett, Karire Evans, Claire Wragge, Molly Shannon, Taryn Lindaman, Abbey Klostermann, Hailey Mercuri

 II Varsity Eight

1 Iowa (7:17.43)

2 Kansas (7:31.43)

Iowa: Cara Burns (cox), Emma Mask, Ella Grove, Elora Fierke, Abby Jaynes, Lily Beardsley, Jaecee Hall, Liz Blewett, Haley Reeves

 III Varsity Eight

1 Oklahoma (7:45.70)

2 Iowa (7:53.44)

3 Kansas (8:01.48)

Iowa: Taylor Arbuckle (cox), Meghan Harris, Avery Schmidt, Lauren Adams, Evan Schwickerath, Emma Tate, Nina Osborne, Elise Gosset, Laura Murphy

IV Varsity Eight

1 Iowa (8:04.42)

2 Kansas (8:29.08)

Iowa: Madeline Reid (cox), Ashley Owen, Soph Pepper, Grace Papson, Eileen Fierke, Imani Hedt, Alyssa Hinderaker, Avery Moore, Katherine Ebeling

 Varsity Four

1 Iowa (8:15.60)

2 Kansas (8:30.70)

Iowa: Kimberly Marquez (cox), Scarlett Maleham, Riley Shultz, Annabel Rayner, Emma Rayner

 II Varsity Four

1 Iowa (7:48.38)

2 Kansas (8:05.83)

Iowa: Carissa Cochico (cox), Mackenzie Steveler, Emmey Sherbon, Olivia Smothers, Olivia Taeger

III Varsity Four

1 Iowa (8:57.40)

2 Minnesota (9:47.38)

Iowa: Taylor Lee (cox), Katie Jorgensen, Abby Thoms, Myah Lugar, Haley Hayes

COLUMBUS, Ohio – The University of Iowa baseball team dropped its series opener against Ohio State on Friday night, 8-5, at Nick Swisher Field at Bill Davis Park.

The Buckeyes struck first in the second inning scoring two runs and led the remainder of the contest. Ohio State added two in the fourth before the Hawkeyes cut the lead to one in the fifth, but a two-run bottom half extended the Ohio State lead again. Ohio State was able to match Iowa’s two runs in the remainder of the contest to win by three.

Cade Obermueller made his second career Friday night start. He threw four innings and face two batters in the fifth. He allowed six runs on six hits and struck out six while walking three.

Aaron Savary threw two 1/3 innings scattering four hits and allowing one run Jack Young closed out the final 1 2/3 innings of the game allowing one run on two hits.

“The guys played hard and never gave up, said head coach Rick Heller. “We just didn’t play or pitch well enough to win tonight. Ohio State played a good game.”

Andy Nelson and Raider Tello each had two RBIs for the Hawkeyes. Tello had a solo home run in the fourth inning that cleared the right field wall and an RBI groundout in the fifth.

Gable Mitchell added an RBI for the Hawkeyes.

“We cut their lead to one in the fifth,” said Heller. “Then we go out and give them two runs with a ball never leaving the infield. We give up a two-out run in the sixth and another in the eighth. Take those away and it’s a different ball game. Combine all that with the Buckeyes taking advantage of us on the bases all night and it makes it tough to win.”

The Buckeyes stole seven bases against the Hawkeyes.

Kansas City, Kan. – The University of Iowa rowing team competed in the Big Ten/Big 12 Double dual on Friday at Wyandotte County Lake.

The Hawkeyes competed in the 1V8, 2V8, 3V8, 4V8, 1V4, 2V4, and 3V4 with a field consisting of Kansas State, Minnesota, and Oklahoma.

Iowa’s top placements of the day came from six of Iowa’s seven boats all placing first to start off the weekend.

Hawkeyes will return to action tomorrow morning beginning at 8 a.m. (CT) with the 2V4 boat to take on Kansas.

Varsity Eight

1 Iowa (6:54.16)

2 Kansas State (7:06.59)

Iowa: Natalie Maher (cox), Orla Cuffe, Emma Dabinett, Karire Evans, Claire Wragge, Molly Shannon, Taryn Lindaman, Abbey Klostermann, Hailey Mercuri

II Varsity Eight

1 Iowa (7:07.83)

2 Kansas State (7:21.37)

Iowa: Cara Burns (cox), Emma Mask, Ella Grove, Elora Fierke, Abby Jaynes, Lily Beardsley, Jaecee Hall, Liz Blewett, Haley Reeves

III Varsity Eight

1 Oklahoma (7:03.30)

2 Kansas State (7:10.57)

3 Iowa (7:14.48)

Iowa: Taylor Arbuckle (cox), Meghan Harris, Avery Schmidt, Lauren Adams, Evan Schwickerath, Emma Tate, Nina Osborne, Elise Gosset, Laura Murphy

IV Varsity Eight

1 Iowa (7:11.88)

2 Oklahoma (7:30.19)

Iowa: Madeline Reid (cox), Ashley Owen, Soph Pepper, Grace Papson, Eileen Fierke, Imani Hedt, Alyssa Hinderaker, Avery Moore, Katherine Ebeling

Varsity Four

1 Iowa (7:49.29)

2 Kansas State (7:54.47)

Iowa: Kimberly Marquez (cox), Scarlett Maleham, Riley Shultz, Annabel Rayner, Emma Rayner

II Varsity Four

1 Iowa (7:59.65)

2 Kansas State (8:40.72)

Iowa: Carissa Cochico (cox), Mackenzie Steveler, Emmey Sherbon, Olivia Smothers, Olivia Taeger

III Varsity Four

1 Iowa (7:55.96)

2 Minnesota (8:19.04)

Iowa: Taylor Lee (cox), Katie Jorgensen, Abby Thoms, Myah Lugar, Haley Hayes

AMES, Iowa – For the second straight meeting, Iowa State (15-21, 4-9 Big 12) toppled a top-five Oklahoma State (34-7, 12-4) team, this time in shutout fashion – 2-0.

The Cyclones couldn’t have asked for a better time to earn their first shutout of the season, as the combination of Lauren Schurman (3-3) and Jaiden Ralston (2) blanked the Cowgirls in Ames. Ashley Minor was the difference for the Cyclones, as the sophomore drove in both runs, one via long ball and the other via bases-loaded HBP, as ISU only needed two to take down OSU.

Iowa State showed it could win differently today, earning its first win of the season when scoring two or fewer runs. It was just the third time all year Iowa State earned a win while being outhit. Today was also the first time any Iowa State team defeated the fifth-ranked team in the NFCA poll, as ISU was previously 0-7.

 Olivia Wardlow and Angelina Allen joined Minor in the hit column, with Allen earning a hit in her tenth consecutive game – the longest streak of her career. Tiana Poole, Tatum Johnson and Minor all drew walks, as OSU pitcher Lexi Kilfoyl gave up more walks today than she had in a single game all year.

Schurman earned her third win of her freshman year, giving up five hits across five frames and striking out a pair of Cowgirls. Ralston entered with the Cyclones up 1-0 and closed the game out, tossing a hitless final two innings to earn her second save of the year.

Rosie Davis led the Cowgirl attack, as she tallied a pair of hits while three others notched one. OSU was unable to draw any freebies from the Cyclone staff, as ISU didn’t walk or hit any batters. Kilfoyl (15-3) allowed just three hits and struck out seven, but her five free bases (three walks and two HBP) caught up to her. She took a no-hitter into the fifth before Minor’s solo shot broke up the no-no

On Deck

The Cyclones and Cowgirls will be back at it tomorrow afternoon, as the two teams square off in game number two at the Cyclone Sports Complex at 1 p.m. Tomorrow’s game will be streamed live on Big 12 Now on ESPN+.

As a reminder, admission to the Cyclone Sports Complex is free.

IOWA CITY – The 61st-ranked University of Iowa women’s tennis team dropped a 4-1 Big Ten dual against No. 16 Ohio State on Friday night at the Hawkeye Tennis and Recreation Complex.

The loss drops the Hawkeyes’ record to 9-10 overall and 4-4 in Big Ten action.

Iowa opened the day strong, winning two tiebreaker matches and earning the doubles point.

Junior Marisa Schmidt and sophomore Nikita Vishwase captured the first win in the No. 3 spot over pair Alessia Cau and Madeline Atway, 6-4.

Following the win at No. 3, courts one and two were deadlocked at six all.

At No. 2, junior Barbora Pokorna and sophomore Pia Kranholdt fought, but fell in the tiebreaker to Sydni Ratliff and Audrey Spencer, 7-6.

At the top spot, sophomore Daianne Hayashida and senior Vipasha Mehra captured the doubles point with a 7-6 (9-7) victory over No. 31 Irina Cantos and Luciana Perry.

The Buckeyes captured the dual win with four singles victories at No. 2, 3, 4, and 6.

Although the match went unfinished due to Ohio State’s victory, Mehra secured a win in her first set in the No. 5 spot over Teah Chaves, 7-5.

UP NEXT

The Hawkeyes will finish home competition on Sunday morning at the HTRC. Iowa will recognize its lone senior, Vipasha Mehra, prior to the dual against Penn State.

Kuemper Catholic 198 Greene County 213 

Medalist: Elsa Tiefenthaler, Kuemper Catholic (42)

IKM-Manning 216 Audubon NTS 

Medalist: Ella Richards, IKM-Manning (51)

Missouri Valley 243 AHSTW NTS 

Medalist: Henley Arbaugh, Missouri Valley (47)

Tri-Center 215 Heartland Christian 260 

Medalist: Natalie Ausdemore, Tri-Center (44)

Treynor 207 Riverside 211 

Medalist: Sophi Pedersen, Treynor (42)

Bedford NTS East Union NTS 

Medalist: Kynlee Kimpson, Bedford (50)

Westwood 216 Woodbine NTS

Woodbine — Jersey Gray 51, Ellie DeForest 73, Rowan Kruse 82

Panorama 167, Kuemper Catholic 167,  Webster City 168

Tri-Center 186 Heartland Christian 227 

Medalist: Jayden Johnson, Tri-Center (42)

Treynor 155 Riverside 183

Medalist: Ethan Konz, Treynor (35)

East Union 185 Bedford 215

Medalist: Zayne Eslinger, East Union (39)

Woodbine 154 Westwood 181 

Medalist: Cody Dickinson, Woodbine (35)

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3. Dylan Graham (79)

4. Jaxson Greene (80)

6. Avery Wolfe (82)

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11. Tanner Streit (86)

25. Trevin Victor (95)

3. Red Oak (343)

5. Weston Couse (81)

13. Tyler Neeson (87)

13. Carson Roeder (87)

15. Hunter Jarrett (88)

16. Cyrus Mensen (89)

36. Bad Clear (118)

4. CAM (355)

2. Chase Jahde (73)

11. Bradyn Bohnsack (86)

26. Coby Venteicher (97)

28. Austin Eblen (99)

31. Madden Cary (100)

34. Creighton Kenzie (109)

5. Creston (368)

18. Carson Rieck (90)

19. Tristan Evans (91)

21. Marshall Long (93)

24. Chasse Downing (94)

33. Garrick Clausen (105)

35. Gabe Blake (110)

6. Lenox (372) 

16. Laramie Stoaks (89)

19. Kolben Robinson (91)

21. Dayton Tull (93)

28. Cash Brammer (9)

28. Patton Adams (99)

32. Daysen Gregg (101)